Current affairs

International Olympic Day 2025: Date, Theme, History, Significance

International Olympic Day 2025 is being celebrated on June 23 across the world to commemorate the founding of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and to promote the values of excellence, friendship, respect, and inclusion. With this year’s global theme, “Let’s...

QS World University Rankings 2026, India’s Performance

Context: The QS World University Rankings 2026 have been released, showcasing remarkable improvement and rising global competitiveness among Indian institutions. About QS World University Rankings The QS World University Rankings are a highly influential and well-known yearly publication that ranks the world's...

International Yoga Day 2025, History, Theme and Significance

The 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) is being celebrated with grandeur across the globe, championing India's ancient wellness tradition. This year's theme, "Yoga for One Earth, One Health," emphasizes the intrinsic link between individual well-being and planetary health, echoing...

Operation Sindhu: Evacuation of Indian Nationals from Iran

The military tension between Iran and Israel has seen a sharp rise in recent weeks, with airstrikes and attacks reported across major Iranian cities. The capital city Tehran and northern Iran have witnessed significant hostilities, prompting India to take immediate...

EC Upgrades System to Create Index Card System

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has unveiled a major technological upgrade to its Index Card system, marking a new chapter in the management and dissemination of electoral data. This comprehensive system now automatically generates 35 statistical reports for Lok...

UN Declares 2026 as International Year of the Woman Farmer, Check Details

In a historic resolution, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has officially declared 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer, aiming to recognize, celebrate, and empower the indispensable role of women in agriculture. This initiative seeks to bridge...

Schwarzman Scholars Programme of China

Context: India needs a programme similar to the Schwarzman Scholars Programme of China. About Schwarzman Scholars Programme Launched in: 2016 Inspired by the Rhodes Scholarship (Oxford, 1902). Mission: To develop future global leaders by providing a deep understanding of China's...

F-35 Fighter Aircraft: Did Iran Actually Shoot Down Three Israeli Stealth Jets?

In a shocking development that has sparked global attention, Iranian state media claimed to have shot down three Israeli F-35I "Adir" stealth fighter jets and captured a female Israeli pilot. These allegations surfaced amid heightened military conflict between Israel and...

Global Gender Gap Index Report 2025, Key Highlights and India’s Performance

Context: Recently, the Global Gender Gap Index Report 2025 was released by the World Economic Forum (WEF). Global Gender Gap Index Report 2025 Published by the World Economic Forum (WEF). India ranks 131st out of 148 countries, slipping two places...

Iran Launches Operation True Promise 3: Key Developments and Global Reactions

In the latest and most severe escalation of the Israel-Iran conflict, Iran launched Operation True Promise 3—a massive retaliatory missile and drone strike on Israeli territory. The operation came as a direct response to Israel’s Operation Rising Lion, a coordinated...